Tool & Die Maker: CNC & Precision Tooling Pro

HSM (Hickory Springs Manufacturing) Company; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off: 104 hours + 9 holidays

On-Site Medical Clinics

Teladoc

Professional Development

Discounts with partners

Job summary

HSM (Hickory Springs Manufacturing) Company is seeking a Tool & Die Technician to design, build, repair, and maintain stamping dies and related tooling on site in Hickory, NC. You will operate manual and CNC machines, interpret blueprints, and ensure tooling meets quality standards.

The role emphasizes safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork, with opportunities to mentor apprentices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within our tooling shop.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; vocational or technical training in Tool & Die preferred.
• Strong experience with stamping dies, molds, jigs, fixtures, and metalworking techniques.
• Proficiency operating manual and CNC machining equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, repair, and maintain stamping dies, molds, jigs, fixtures, and production tooling.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machining equipment (lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, saws).
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot tooling issues to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering specifications.
• Inspect finished components using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and indicators.
• Mentor trainees as needed and support safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Stamping dies & tooling

Molds, jigs, fixtures

Manual & CNC machining

Blueprints/technical drawings

Precision measuring instruments use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical Tool & Die training

Job description

HSM (Hickory Springs Manufacturing) Company is seeking a Tool & Die Technician to design, build, repair, and maintain stamping dies and related tooling on site in Hickory, NC. You will operate manual and CNC machines, interpret blueprints, and ensure tooling meets quality standards.

The role emphasizes safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork, with opportunities to mentor apprentices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within our tooling shop.